Position: CRCL (Crisis Response, Community Led) Coordinator Work Site: 40 Begbie St., Salary: $33.00 per hour Hours: 40 hours/week (flexible hours required to meet operational needs) Purpose Society is a community-based multi-service organization dedicated to delivering comprehensive programs for children, youth, and families. We focus on enhancing well-being, strengthening family functioning, and promoting personal responsibility through a client-centered approach. Our services are provided in a safe, respectful environment that values diversity and community connection.

We are seeking a passionate and committed CRCL Coordinator to join our innovative team and make a meaningful difference in our community.

The Crisis Response Community

Led (CRCL) team offers an alternative to police involvement at mental health crisis calls in New Westminster. This program aims to reduce the harms experienced by people who have mental health and addictions challenges as well as Black, Indigenous, racialized, LGBTQ2+ and other marginalized individuals. As the CRCL Coordinator, you will play a key leadership role in overseeing all program operations, supporting frontline staff, and advancing a model of care rooted in equity, dignity, and community connection.

The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of the various barriers to access the healthcare system, knowledge of community resources, and a strong need for advocacy for appropriate services and care. Provide day-to-day supervision, direction, guidance, and support to CRCL team members and ensure alignment with program and organizational objectives Oversee all daily operations, including scheduling, staffing coverage, and shift readiness Support hiring, onboarding, and training of new staff, ensuring required competencies are met Contribute to program planning, evaluation, and continuous improvement initiatives Provide crisis intervention, risk and suicide assessments,



and de-escalation support Monitor the safety of staff and their practices on a daily basis and initiate crisis management protocols as required Participate in community outreach and liaison with key stakeholders and partners and maintain trusting, respectful and collaborative relationships with clients, families, colleagues, referral sources, service providers and the public Work collaboratively with Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA BC) staff on all facets of the project Training Requirements Successful candidates must complete all required training, which consists of multiple full-day sessions. Individuals who are unable to attend and complete the full training program, regardless of employment status (full time, part-time, or casual), will not be eligible to join the team.

University degree in Social Services or equivalent combination of education and experience. Master’s degree is preferred. A minimum of five years of community mental health and addictions experience with a strong knowledge of clinical and crisis assessments and interventions Understanding and knowledge of working with persons with mental health and/or addictions issues as well as an understanding of the intersectionality of systemic barriers and social determinants of health Knowledge of systemic and structural factors that impact Black, Indigenous, racialized and LGBTQ2S+ communities Advanced overdose recognition and response training NVCI Training Willingness to participate in on the job on-going training and outside training A valid Class 5 driver’s license is required Join our mission-driven organization and help create positive change in people’s lives.

Fosters personal growth and healthy decision-making Contributes to community well-being in the Lower Mainland If you are passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a dynamic, values-driven team, the Lower Mainland Purpose Society for Youth and Families is the place for you. Criminal record check

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